Bronchial Leech Infestation in a 15-Year-Old Female

الملخص EN

Foreign body aspiration (FBA) is a common incidence in young children.

Leeches are rarely reported as FBA at any age.

This study describes a 15-year-old female who presented with hemoptysis, hematemesis, coughs, melena, and anemia seven months prior to admission.

Chest X-ray showed a round hyperdensity in the right lower lobe.

A chest computed tomography (CT) demonstrated an area of consolidation and surrounding ground glass opacities in the right lower lobe.

Hematological investigations revealed anemia.

Finally, bronchoscopy was performed and a 5 cm leech was found within the right B 7-8 bronchus and removed by forceps and a Dormia basket.